The Executive Committee of the Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Carey as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the organization.
Elizabeth brings with her a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success in the fields of marketing, tourism, and destination management. From 2016 to 2022, she served as the Executive Director of Discover Gloucester, where she played a pivotal role in promoting Gloucester as a premier visitor destination. Elizabeth’s strategic plans and collaborative approach resulted in increased tourism, heightened visitor spending, and expanded market share for Gloucester. Such initiatives include “Re-Discover Gloucester, be a tourist in your own backyard “ (during COVID) and the inspiration of “Culture Splash”, a collaborative campaign that integrates Gloucester’s two cultural districts.
Headquartered in a renovated 150-year-old former chapel, RNAC today encompasses more than 300 members who make and appreciate art. The organization runs galleries in the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson St), at Cove (37 Rocky Neck Ave) as well as partnering at the Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.). Member galleries are strung along the streets of Rocky Neck, from East Main to Madfish Wharf. President of the Board Janice Brand says, “Those of us who have worked with Elizabeth over the past months have been impressed by her can-do attitude, energy, Gloucester connections and positivity. She is up for the challenge of this new role at Rocky Neck, and we are eager for her leadership.”
Prior to her role at Discover Gloucester, Elizabeth held various leadership positions, including Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Attract China LLC, Sales & Marketing Manager at Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum, and Regional Vice President for the WHERE Hawaii Market at Morris Visitor Publications. Her extensive background in promoting travel destinations and fostering partnerships with businesses and community stakeholders has equipped her with the skills and insights necessary to lead RNAC into its next phase of growth and development.
As CEO of RNAC, Elizabeth will leverage her strategic vision, organizational management experience, and passion for the arts to further enhance the organization’s mission of supporting and promoting the arts in the Rocky Neck community and beyond.
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About Rocky Neck Art Colony: The Rocky Neck Art Colony is one of the oldest continuously operating art colonies in the United States, located in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Established in the 19th century, RNAC is dedicated to supporting and promoting the arts through exhibitions, events, and community outreach initiatives.
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